Celebrating Mike Savage’s Retirement and 31 Years of Leadership

After more than three decades of exceptional leadership and service, Mike Savage has announced his upcoming retirement on April 1. Mike’s career at PTR reflects a remarkable journey of leadership, commitment, and impact. He joined the organization in 1994 where he held several sales positions and successfully managed all national and distributor accounts. He also helped expand PTR’s footprint across the country, further strengthening their market presence and driving sustained revenue growth.

In 2008, Mike stepped into the role of President & CEO, where he has led PTR for the past 18 years. Under his leadership, PTR has experienced significant growth, strengthened its industry reputation, and deepened its commitment to customers, distributors, and employees alike. His steady guidance through changing market conditions positioned PTR as a respected and reliable leader in the waste and recycling equipment industry.

Three years ago, during Komar’s acquisition of PTR, Mike’s leadership proved especially critical. He served as a steady and collaborative partner throughout the transaction and integration process, ensuring business continuity while supporting employees and customers through change. His transparency, professionalism, and long-term perspective helped create a strong foundation for the partnership between PTR and Komar, positioning the combined organization for continued success. His ability to balance legacy, culture, and forward momentum was instrumental during this pivotal chapter in the company’s history.

Beyond his executive leadership, Mike has been an active and influential voice within the broader industry. His service with the National Waste & Recycling Association, including his role as Former Chairman of the Suppliers Board and Member of the Board of Trustees, and his induction into the 2025 Hall of Fame Class reflect the high regard in which he is held by peers across the country.

Mike is also deeply committed to education and community service. A graduate of Villanova University, he has remained closely connected to his alma mater, currently serving as Capital Campaign Chair for the College of Professional Studies as part of the Espiritus Nova campaign. His dedication to leadership development is further reflected in his long-standing membership with Vistage 341 – Philadelphia Chapter.

Throughout his tenure, Mike has exemplified integrity, resilience, and a clear vision for the future. He has mentored countless colleagues, built lasting customer relationships, and cultivated a culture focused on performance, accountability, and partnership.

Please join us in congratulating Mike on an extraordinary career and wishing him the very best in his well-earned retirement. His legacy at PTR will endure, and we are grateful for the foundation he has built for the next chapter of the company’s success.

Mike, thank you for your leadership, your commitment, and the lasting impact you have made.

Custom Solutions in City Centers and Tight Spaces

Every site has challenges when it comes to configuration of waste equipment. Space is often the main variable. Obviously things like compactors are often outside, where this is ample space. But that isn't always the case. Also, some buildings don't have much outdoor space if they're in a dense urban area or had a previous use.

We're focused on custom solutions and getting the job done. For example check out what we did in downtown Easton, PA. This historic town has narrow streets and virtually no outdoor space for trash containers. They ended up with a row of about 20 trash totes on a side street. It looked very unsightly, especially when they were overflowing with trash. The City was building a new parking garage and contacted us to integrate a compactor.

This compactor is used by the surrounding restaurants and cafes, in addition to their Public Market. It is outside but within the parking garage - so its useable all the time.

Another example is a client that needed a vertical baler installed on the third floor of their new facility. This was the only option that would work for them. We took the time to carefully plan each step - keeping safety a top priority. After some exact measuring and securing the proper crane, we were able to successfully and safely install the vertical baler. This translated into maximum efficiency for their operations.

A more common custom solution is a chute that feeds the compactor. We just need to do a site survey and determine the best set up for this. This minor modification makes a huge difference in terms of efficiency.

We do more than sell machinery and equipment. We become your partner for success, solving problems together. We value these client relationships. Contact us today to get started!

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Vertical Baler and Compactor Installation

After you purchase your vertical baler or compactor, we'll get a plan together for the transport and installation. We have service techs all across the country, so rest assured we have your area covered. A properly designed and installed system is a critical factor to getting the longest and most productive life from your vertical baler or compactor.

Every installation is different due to available space and site configuration. One of the many benefits of working with PTR is our experience. Over the decades, we've seen it all. We've even installed vertical balers on the third floor of a warehouse! We can come up with a custom solution for maximum on-site efficiency.

Some of our custom solutions include:

• Walk on deck

• Walk on deck with full enclosure

• Deck with tipper

• Multi story chutes

• Baler installations in basements

• Baler installations in upper floors

• Conveyor feeds

Another benefit is fully integrated service. From the purchase of your equipment, which we manufacture, to the installation, to ongoing service to eventual upgrades. We're with you every step of the way. We're also experts at right-sizing. We can help determine exactly what you need in terms of equipment and set up.

We provide turn-key solutions and upgrades. We'll keep any downtown to a minimum so your operations keep running. We'll review all safety features with your team and we're just a phone call away if you need 24/7 service.